Reports of firearm at Edmonton mall turned out to be a lighter: police
Posted November 3, 2023 4:31 pm.
Last Updated November 4, 2023 9:33 am.
EDITOR’S NOTE: A previous version of this story incorrectly reported Kingsway Mall was locked down.
Police tactical response teams responded to reports of a firearm in an Edmonton mall Friday afternoon.
CityNews received a tip from a viewer who said the situation was unfolding at Kingsway Mall.
The EPS confirms there was no active shooter.
“It was reported to police that a male had a firearm in his possession while walking through the food court area of Kingsway Mall,” police said in a statement.
“EPS members located the male in question shortly thereafter walking outside the mall on Princess Elizabeth Avenue.”
Police say it was determined the item in question was actually a lighter that looked like a firearm.
At this time, no charges are pending but the incident remains under investigation.
